Resource Library

• Children, Deployment and Mental Health Care
• Mental Health America – Military Mental Health
• Military One Source Mental Health Resources
• Understanding Child Trauma and Resilience: For Military Parents and Caregivers
• Veterans and Active Duty: Mental Health Concerns

• It Gets Better
• Loving Families
• Support Group
• Tips for Parents of LGBTQ Youth
• The Trevor Project

• Healthy Home Environments
• Neighborhoods and Towns
• Safe and Stable Housing
• The Outdoors and Nature
• Activity Calendar
• Worksheet: Opening Your Mind to the Outdoors
• Worksheet: Shaping Your Home Environment

• Adolescent Services Directory
• Helping At Home Tips for Parents
• Is Your Child Lonely?
• Protect MIChild Registry: Block adult-themed content from reaching your child
• Supporting Families During COVID-19
• Supporting Your Child: After the Death of a Family Member or Friend
• Talk with Your Teen About E-cigarettes: A Tip Sheet for Parents

Children's Mental Health

• A Journey for Parents and Children (Video)
• Anxiety and depression in children: Get the facts
• For Parents and Caregivers
• Helping Children Cope
• Is This Just a Stage?
• Learning to Help Your Child and Your Family
• Therapy to Improve Children’s Mental Health
• What is Children's Mental Health

• SCCCMH Child & Family Services Brochure
• SCCCMH Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Brochure
• SCCCMH Mental Illnesses Services Brochure
• SCCCMH Overview Brochure
• SCCCMH Substance Use Disorders (SUD) Services Brochure

• School Shooting Resources – The National Child Traumatic Stress Network
• Talking to Kids About School Safety – Mental Health America
• Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers – National Association of School Psychologists
• 5 Tips for How to Talk to Children About School Shootings – Save the Children
• How to Talk to Your Children About School Mass Shootings – Talkspace
• Helping Your Children Manage Distress in the Aftermath of a Shooting – American Psychological Association
• Report threats to student, school personnel, and school building safety – OK2SAY

• Headspace – A free mindfulness and meditation website
• Mental Health Month Tool Kit
• Self Care During COVID-19
• How to Create a Personal Development Plan
• Personal Development Plan Template
• Personal Development Plan Template - Short Version

• Community Services Coordinating Body (CSCB)
• Economic Development Alliance of St. Clair
• St. Clair County Help Card
• Support Groups
• Vacationland Guide - Port Huron
• St. Clair County - Yes! We're Open, Support Our Businesses
• St. Clair County - Yes! We're Open with Dr. John Brooks, Infectious Disease Specialist

• American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
  Provides those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death.
• Be The One to Help Save a Life
  Five steps to help someone in crisis, or help spread the word about suicide prevention.
• Crisis Text Line
  Text: 'HOME' to 741741
  24 hours a day 7 days a week support in any type of crisis to assist with getting you to a calm, safe place.
• Help a Friend In Need on Social Media
  Facebook and Instagram are proud to work with The Jed Foundation and The Clinton Foundation, non-profits that work to promote emotional wellbeing, to share potential warning signs that a friend might be in emotional distress and need your help.
• Mental Health FIRST AID
  Teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis.
• Michigan Department of Health & Human Services Injury & Violence Prevention Section
  Works with state and local partners to help Michigan communities stop injuries and violence by collecting and explaining data, developing and evaluating prevention programs, and providing tools, technical assistance, and information..
• National Institute of Mental Health
  Knowing the warning signs for suicide and how to get help can help save lives.
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
  (800) 273-TALK(8255)
• St. Clair County Community Mental Health - Mobile Crisis Unit
  (810) 966-2575
  Responds to any location in St. Clair County 24 hours a day 7 days a week to assist individuals who may be experiencing thoughts of suicide or other symptoms of mental illness. 
• St Clair County Suicide Prevention Committee
  Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month and open to anyone who would like to get involved in the fight against suicide.
  Contact: Amy Smith at asmith@scccmh.org or 810-966-7830
• Survivors of Suicide Support Group
  This peer-led group meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month for those who have lost a loved one to suicide.
  Contact: Amy Smith at asmith@scccmh.org or 810-966-7830
• The Trevor Project
  Call: (866) 488-7386
  Text: 'START' to 678-678
  Chat
  If you are an LGBTQ young person in need of support, reach out to one of our crisis counselors, available 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
• The National Council for Suicide Prevention
  Warning Signs, Risk Factors, and Protective Factors.
• The Jason Foundation
  Dedicated to the prevention of the “Silent Epidemic” of youth suicide through educational and awareness programs that equip young people, educators/youth workers and parents with the tools and resources to help identify and assist at-risk youth.
• The Jed Foundation
  Protects emotional health and prevents suicide for our nation’s teens and young adults, giving them the skills and support they need to thrive today…and tomorrow.
• Veterans Crisis Line
  Call: 988, then Press 1
  Text: 838255
  Chat
  Free 24 hours a day 7 days a week, confidential support for veterans, even if you're not enrolled in VA benefits or health care.

• Are You Stressed Out
• Bullying Resources and Advocacy
• Equipping Students to Seek and Give Help
• Friendship and Mental Health
• How to help a friend
• Information and Support on Depression
• Managing a Mental Health Condition in College
• Metal Health Support for Teens and Young Adults
• Mindfulness for Teens
• Promoting emotional health and prevent suicide among college students
• Support and Suicide Prevention for LGBTQ Youth
• Youth Resource List

• Blue Water Area Transit